CFZ Eagles Win A Close One in Week 12 And All Is Lost?

[KMY_Amber]

Cowboys fans are a funny bunch. The Eagles barely squeak out a win against the Chiefs in Week 12, and suddenly many think they're simply going to run the table??? The Eagles could have easily lost the KC game if it weren't for some bad turnovers by the Chiefs while they were in scoring position in the second half in some ugly weather. And yes, both were great plays by the Eagles defense, I give them credit.

Are the Eagles likely the best team in football right now? Yes, likely, but that's not by a wide margin. And again, it's only week 12. Check back in week 18....

...because there's still a LOT of football left to be played. The Eagles schedule over the next few weeks is going to be a challenge for them.

• Bills @ Eagles (A measuring stick games for the Bills, so they'll be hungry, and a tad desperate)
• Niners @ Eagles (These two could easily meet in the playoffs, and the Niners will come into Philly looking for revenge after that ugly playoff loss)
• Eagles @ Cowboys (It's in Dallas, so this is the Cowboys chance to avenge an early season loss)
• Eagles @ Seahawks (Seahawks will be in desperation, playoff-hope mode, and it's in Seattle, a tough place to play)

And then they get the Giants 2 out of the last 3 games to end the season, and the Cards, which all "sound" easy on paper. But for the Giants, there will be a bunch of players and coaches playing and coaching for their jobs, so I bet the Giants make the Eagles work in at least one of those final games. Same for the Cards. They'll be desperate to have a good showing to close the season, as players and coaches will be playing for their jobs as their offseason begins.

So yes, the Eagles are a solid football team, but they're not dominant (except for their unstoppable Tush Push). Jalen doesn't look all that great in stretches of most games. They get down a lot in the second half, but have consistently figured out how to come back and win. They're good, but they've also been fortunate. The Eagles are good at not beating themselves, which is worthy of applause by itself. But they did lose to the Jets so...

Thus, for the Cowboys, it's all in front of them. THEY have an even tougher schedule than the Eagles heading into December, but if they continue to get better, and stack some wins, they could put themselves in position to win the division or host a wildcard playoff game.

And if the Lions or Niners struggle a bit in December too (which could happen since neither of them look dominant either), the Cowboys could be jockeying for the 1 seed by season's end. Yes, it sounds crazy, but I believe a high playoff seed is still in play given the state of the best NFC teams. And it may come down to which of the top NFC Teams can remain healthiest. And for that Tush Push, I would bring in the absolute heaviest linemen and LBs and when Jalen surges forward, I'd have EVERY defensive linemen and LB land on Jalen's back and legs in a massive pileup of bodies. You keep stacking 1,000+ pounds on Jalen's and Kelce's body and something's bound to go awry. So I say pile on until the whistle stops, make them FEEL that Tush Push.

So, really, this isn't about these other teams, it's about the Cowboys. Can they win some tough games coming up, get better, and stay healthy? And if they can, the next question is can they enter into the playoffs and go on a run, and if necessary, on the road?

We're going to find out. Let the rollercoaster ride continue...

 

[KMY_Amber]

Ignore this thread, I just saw someone had already started the same thread, so this one can die.

 

[KingCorcoran]

Cowboys fans are a funny bunch. The Eagles barely squeak out a win against the Chiefs in Week 12, and suddenly many think they're simply going to run the table??? The Eagles could have easily lost the KC game if it weren't for some bad turnovers by the Chiefs while they were in scoring position in the second half in some ugly weather. And yes, both were great plays by the Eagles defense, I give them credit.

Are the Eagles likely the best team in football right now? Yes, likely, but that's not by a wide margin. And again, it's only week 12. Check back in week 18....

...because there's still a LOT of football left to be played. The Eagles schedule over the next few weeks is going to be a challenge for them.

• Bills @ Eagles (A measuring stick games for the Bills, so they'll be hungry, and a tad desperate)
• Niners @ Eagles (These two could easily meet in the playoffs, and the Niners will come into Philly looking for revenge after that ugly playoff loss)
• Eagles @ Cowboys (It's in Dallas, so this is the Cowboys chance to avenge an early season loss)
• Eagles @ Seahawks (Seahawks will be in desperation, playoff-hope mode, and it's in Seattle, a tough place to play)

And then they get the Giants 2 out of the last 3 games to end the season, and the Cards, which all "sound" easy on paper. But for the Giants, there will be a bunch of players and coaches playing and coaching for their jobs, so I bet the Giants make the Eagles work in at least one of those final games. Same for the Cards. They'll be desperate to have a good showing to close the season, as players and coaches will be playing for their jobs as their offseason begins.

So yes, the Eagles are a solid football team, but they're not dominant (except for their unstoppable Tush Push). Jalen doesn't look all that great in stretches of most games. They get down a lot in the second half, but have consistently figured out how to come back and win. They're good, but they've also been fortunate. The Eagles are good at not beating themselves, which is worthy of applause by itself. But they did lose to the Jets so...

Thus, for the Cowboys, it's all in front of them. THEY have an even tougher schedule than the Eagles heading into December, but if they continue to get better, and stack some wins, they could put themselves in position to win the division or host a wildcard playoff game.

And if the Lions or Niners struggle a bit in December too (which could happen since neither of them look dominant either), the Cowboys could be jockeying for the 1 seed by season's end. Yes, it sounds crazy, but I believe a high playoff seed is still in play given the state of the best NFC teams. And it may come down to which of the top NFC Teams can remain healthiest. And for that Tush Push, I would bring in the absolute heaviest linemen and LBs and when Jalen surges forward, I'd have EVERY defensive linemen and LB land on Jalen's back and legs in a massive pileup of bodies. You keep stacking 1,000+ pounds on Jalen's and Kelce's body and something's bound to go awry. So I say pile on until the whistle stops, make them FEEL that Tush Push.

So, really, this isn't about these other teams, it's about the Cowboys. Can they win some tough games coming up, get better, and stay healthy? And if they can, the next question is can they enter into the playoffs and go on a run, and if necessary, on the road?

We're going to find out. Let the rollercoaster ride continue...

I think the Cardinals and Giants will be playing for the chance to draft Marvin Harrison, Jr. That’s how those coaching staffs will keep their jobs 2024 and beyond. And will the Bills be hungry when they get Dallas in their cold stadium as the sun is setting on December 16, and will the Seahawks be desperate when they play the Cowboys. Or do these adjectives apply to these teams only when they play the Philadelphia Eagles and they’re just going to forfeit their games with the Dallas Cowboys? Is that the hope? That would be great. No doubt about it.

 

[ActualCowboysFan]

I think the Cardinals and Giants will be playing for the chance to draft Marvin Harrison, Jr. That’s how those coaching staffs will keep their jobs 2024 and beyond. And will the Bills be hungry when they get Dallas in their cold stadium as the sun is setting on December 16, and will the Seahawks be desperate when they play the Cowboys. Or do these adjectives apply to these teams only when they play the Philadelphia Eagles and they’re just going to forfeit their games with the Dallas Cowboys? Is that the hope? That would be great. No doubt about it.

Agreed. All spin on this forum should be pro Eagles and paint Dallas in the most unfavorable light. Good looking out! Such a fine contribution from the guy who joined to celebrate last years Super Bowl win, missed out, is named after an Eagles QB, only talks about the Eagles and immediately comes here after Eagles wins but missed that one week for some reason

 

[KingCorcoran]

Agreed. All spin on this forum should be pro Eagles and paint Dallas in the most unfavorable light. Good looking out! Such a fine contribution from the guy who joined to celebrate last years Super Bowl win, missed out, is named after an Eagles QB, only talks about the Eagles and immediately comes here after Eagles wins but missed that one week for some reason

Nice try. Nonetheless, I suspect the Bills and Seahawks are going to give maximum effort against every team they play, not just Philadelphia. The reigning NFL champions didn’t beat the Eagles in their own stadium and now the other 30 teams are likely to beat them? Is this logical thinking or wishful thinking?

 

[KingCorcoran]

Agreed. All spin on this forum should be pro Eagles and paint Dallas in the most unfavorable light. Good looking out! Such a fine contribution from the guy who joined to celebrate last years Super Bowl win, missed out, is named after an Eagles QB, only talks about the Eagles and immediately comes here after Eagles wins but missed that one week for some reason

Corcoran played for the Pottsville Firebirds, a minor league team with a loose association with the Eagles. Like most of their roster he did get to try out for the Eagles. He never played in the NFL. So much the pity. But, he was a Maryland Terrapin. And for that he should be held in high regard.

 

[ActualCowboysFan]

Why would someone clearly acting in bad faith expect anything but the same in return?

 

[ActualCowboysFan]

 

[mldardy]

Just get to that game with us at 9-3 and the Eagles at 10-2 or worse and it's right there for us.

 

[Ranching]

Cowboys fans are a funny bunch. The Eagles barely squeak out a win against the Chiefs in Week 12, and suddenly many think they're simply going to run the table??? The Eagles could have easily lost the KC game if it weren't for some bad turnovers by the Chiefs while they were in scoring position in the second half in some ugly weather. And yes, both were great plays by the Eagles defense, I give them credit.

Are the Eagles likely the best team in football right now? Yes, likely, but that's not by a wide margin. And again, it's only week 12. Check back in week 18....

...because there's still a LOT of football left to be played. The Eagles schedule over the next few weeks is going to be a challenge for them.

• Bills @ Eagles (A measuring stick games for the Bills, so they'll be hungry, and a tad desperate)
• Niners @ Eagles (These two could easily meet in the playoffs, and the Niners will come into Philly looking for revenge after that ugly playoff loss)
• Eagles @ Cowboys (It's in Dallas, so this is the Cowboys chance to avenge an early season loss)
• Eagles @ Seahawks (Seahawks will be in desperation, playoff-hope mode, and it's in Seattle, a tough place to play)

And then they get the Giants 2 out of the last 3 games to end the season, and the Cards, which all "sound" easy on paper. But for the Giants, there will be a bunch of players and coaches playing and coaching for their jobs, so I bet the Giants make the Eagles work in at least one of those final games. Same for the Cards. They'll be desperate to have a good showing to close the season, as players and coaches will be playing for their jobs as their offseason begins.

So yes, the Eagles are a solid football team, but they're not dominant (except for their unstoppable Tush Push). Jalen doesn't look all that great in stretches of most games. They get down a lot in the second half, but have consistently figured out how to come back and win. They're good, but they've also been fortunate. The Eagles are good at not beating themselves, which is worthy of applause by itself. But they did lose to the Jets so...

Thus, for the Cowboys, it's all in front of them. THEY have an even tougher schedule than the Eagles heading into December, but if they continue to get better, and stack some wins, they could put themselves in position to win the division or host a wildcard playoff game.

And if the Lions or Niners struggle a bit in December too (which could happen since neither of them look dominant either), the Cowboys could be jockeying for the 1 seed by season's end. Yes, it sounds crazy, but I believe a high playoff seed is still in play given the state of the best NFC teams. And it may come down to which of the top NFC Teams can remain healthiest. And for that Tush Push, I would bring in the absolute heaviest linemen and LBs and when Jalen surges forward, I'd have EVERY defensive linemen and LB land on Jalen's back and legs in a massive pileup of bodies. You keep stacking 1,000+ pounds on Jalen's and Kelce's body and something's bound to go awry. So I say pile on until the whistle stops, make them FEEL that Tush Push.

So, really, this isn't about these other teams, it's about the Cowboys. Can they win some tough games coming up, get better, and stay healthy? And if they can, the next question is can they enter into the playoffs and go on a run, and if necessary, on the road?

We're going to find out. Let the rollercoaster ride continue...

Good post...excuse their loser mentality.

 

[CCBoy]

Ignore this thread, I just saw someone had already started the same thread, so this one can die.

I agree with Ranching, develop more of your thoughts out...not everyone here lives on insulting instead of thinking.